Conquered by a Highlander

by Paula Quinn

Overview

Bound by Duty

Colin MacGregor was born to fight-for his beliefs, his king, and his family's honor. After years away from his beloved Scotland, he yearns to return to its lush, green hills-and he can, after he completes one final mission for the king. Sent to infiltrate a traitor's home, Colin is determined to expose the treasonous plot and triumph on the battlefield . . . until he meets a sensual lass who tempts him towards other pursuits . . . .

Betrayed by Passion

Lady Gillian Dearly is no stranger to temptation. Cast out of her family for bearing an illegitimate child, she's now the ward of a barbarian conspiring against the king. Her only desire: freedom for her son and for herself at any cost, even if it means making a deal with the devil. Yet when a mysterious Highlander appears in their midst, his braw strength and smoldering gaze give her hope for a future beyond the castle walls-and promise a desire unlike any she's ever known. But passion comes at a price . . .

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781455510689
Publisher:	Grand Central Publishing
Publication date:	05/22/2012
Series:	Children of the Mist , #4
Sold by:	Hachette Digital, Inc.
Format:	eBook
Pages:	384
Sales rank:	88,998
File size:	970 KB

About the Author

New York Times bestselling author Paula Quinn lives in New York with her three beautiful children, three over-protective chihuahuas, and a loud umbrella cockatoo. She loves to read romance and science fiction and has been writing since she was eleven. She loves all things medieval, but it is her love for Scotland that pulls at her heartstrings.

Editorial Reviews

Quinn’s fourth and final Children of the Mist romance (after Tamed by a Highlander) brings 1688 England to life, complete with espionage, treachery, uprisings. Colin MacGregor, a supporter of the Catholic king, James Stuart, infiltrates Dartmouth Castle, pretending to be a supporter of William of Orange. Colin, a seasoned warrior, is unprepared for his attraction to Lady Gillian Dearly, the cousin of the lord of Dartmouth. Colin’s interaction with Gillian and her young son, Edmund, is laced with emotion and causes Colin to question his mission as a spy, as does his slow realization that James is as guilty of wrongdoing as William. Readers will adore Gillian, a woman who has honed her survival techniques in a society where women had few rights. Rich, evocative historical detail and enthralling characters fill the pages of this fast-paced tale. Agent: Andrea Somberg, Harvey Klinger Agency. (June)

Publishers Weekly

"Rich, evocative historical detail and enthralling characters fill the pages of this fast-paced tale."—Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)

"4 1/2 stars! Top Pick! Scottish romance at its best: captivating, tender and sensual with characters readers care about. While fascinating as a romance, it also delivers a message about moral courage. Definitely a keeper."—RT Book Reviews

RAVE REVIEWS FOR PAULA QUINN AND TAMED BY A HIGHLANDER:

"Another winning mix of fascinating history and lush romance...Readers will be captivated by the meticulously accurate historical detail (including cameos by various famous figures) and Connor and Mairi's searing passion."
—Publishers Weekly (starred review)

"Top pick! This fast-paced tale of political intrigue populated by sensual characters with deeply rooted sense of honor and loyalty is spellbinding. Quinn delivers top-notch Highland romance!"
—RT Book Reviews

SEDUCED BY A HIGHLANDER:

"Seduced by a Highlander is sparkling, sexy and seductive! I couldn't put it down! Paula Quinn is a rising star!"
—Karen Hawkins, New York Times bestselling author

"Scottish romance at its very best! Deliciously romantic and sensual, Paula Quinn captures the heart of the Highlands in a tender, passionate romance that you won't be able to put down."
—Monica McCarty, New York Times bestselling author

RAVISHED BY A HIGHLANDER:

"Deftly combines historical fact and powerful romance...There's much more than just sizzling sensuality: history buffs will love the attention to periodic detail and cameos by real-life figures, and the protagonists embody compassion, responsibility, and unrelenting, almost self-sacrificial honor. Quinn's seamless prose and passionate storytelling will leave readers hungry for future installments."
—Publishers Weekly (starred review)

From the Publisher

"4 1/2 stars! Top Pick! Scottish romance at its best: captivating, tender and sensual with characters readers care about. While fascinating as a romance, it also delivers a message about moral courage. Definitely a keeper."

RT Book Reviews